2021 Audi SQ8 Review | The 500HP Sweet Spot
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- Опубликовано: 3 янв 2021
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In the world of super SUVs, a 500 horsepower twin turbo V8 actually seems relatively normal (which is crazy). When you have things like the Lamborghini Urus putting out well over 600hp, the SQ8 seems reasonable in comparison. Sharing a similar platform with the rest of the VAG family SUVs, the SQ8 hits that sweet spot in the lineup. Combining healthy performance, handling and practicality with all the latest tech and luxury. Step up from the Q8 into the SQ8, or down from the RSQ8, the SQ8 is a brilliant choice. Enjoy this review and make sure you check out the interior and details video, along with the review of its sibling, the new Audi SQ7!
Special thanks to Fletcher Jones Audi for making this video possible.
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This is my definition of a perfect suv.
Great review! You make a good point about the amount of horsepower someone would typically use in the Audi SQ8 as a daily driver.
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Great presentation,! I agree it’s a good call as a”reasonable “ option from the RSQ8
Good review, EddieX. Thank you. Maybe you, or other posters here, can answer some questions for me: I am torn between the 2021 Q8 and SQ8, loaded Prestige trims. The better mpg of the Q8 is tempting, but my priority would be the car's ability to handle less than ideal roads and weather conditions, especially hilly mountain highways at speed to less well maintained backroads in ski country during the worst winter snow storms. And though at 59 I'm not much for "off roading" any more, I would like to know that my car can go on dirt roads and such to get me to a favored campsite or fishing spot if I need it to. Would adding the Sport Package (with the Active Roll Stabilization and Sport Rear Differential), will that improve the SQ8's ability to handle the above road and weather conditions, and make it acceptable? Without that added package would the Q8 and SQ8 be roughly the same in said conditions? Also, though I love, love the look of the Black Optics package on either car, that is only cosmetic, and if I forgo that, I can get either with the larger sidewall number 285/45/21 tires instead of the 285/40/22's that come with the Black Optics. Do you think the difference between the 45/21's and 40/22's would be noticeable in the above less than idea road and weather conditions, or so negligible that I should just go for the Black Optics with the 285/40/22's? Please, I would welcome as much input as possible on the above. Thanks again.
Hey Eddie, thanks for the great review on the SQ8. I'm surprised how fast it is for an SUV.
First - great review! Right to the important points with real life use.
Second - can you do a review of the SQ5 Prestige w/dynamic steering. A lot of my buddies (empty nesters) claim it's the perfect performance SUV (in the sweet spot) for it's size.
Brian (Louderback), the SQ8 is actually more closely price-pointed with the Porsche Cayenne S coupe (twin-turbo Audi RS V6 mind you) and the Cayenne GTS. The Turbo starts at around $130K.
Eddie, nicely summarized review. Have you done and/or planning some comparison reviews to other VW brands on same platform and similar mechanicals - like the GTS I mentioned? I'm a big Audi fan (have a Q5 and S5 currently), but am considering going to one daily driver...would be curious to hear your thoughts on Audi vs Porsche in this space.
Audi should just go ahead and hire you as their new spokesman. Great vid as always.
This is the nicest comment I've gotten this year 😂
Great review. How was the ride in comfort mode compared to an A8? Looking to get something more practical and not give up the luxury. Thank you.
Omg, that rear fake defused is gone!!! Beautiful
They got the better numbers by probably using the launch control. I own one. It has hidden launch control that isn’t advertised. After warming up put in dynamic mode, put transmission in S, hold down the ESC button for several seconds to fully deactivate it. You then fully depress the brakes and press the throttle to the floor. It will rev to about 2500, and you can then lift the brakes and you’re gone. It’s obscenely quick and only .3 or so off of the urus.
Great video and agree with your comments, the SQ8 (now it is fitted with the petrol engine) is the model to go for rather than the RS 👍
So for your 30k saving can you put that towards a tune to get closer to RSQ8 HP?
This fits exactly like the BMW X5 M50i in the BMW X5 lineup
The suspension raises right?
hi. nice review. how does this compare to the new Audi S6, RS5, and Jeep SRT8? i would appreciate the feedback. thanks
Looks really cool.
Audi is killing the game. Such a sexy SUV
They are certainly putting out some awesome vehicles!
How u not getting more views bro! Great content!
RIGHT! The quality of his content is WAY BETTER than others’
@@elitespeeds6278 absolutely!
Which white exterior color is this?
Are you located in Chicago? How did you find it ability to park in the city?
Nice Review...
Hi Eddie, I was a bit torn around the 80-100k SUV area: X6 M50/M and S/RS Q8, I lean towards Audi but I heard BMW give more discounts(like 7-12% MSRP before incentive), with this discount an X6 M sounds more favourable to me.
In your knowledge will Audi be willing to give this discount to the Q8s? Thanks!
Depends on the dealership
I just noticed, the SQ8 has a steeper approach angle, similar to the GMC Yukon AT4, while both the Yukon Denali and Cadillac Escalade do not. That's a legit SUV feature. I'd still prefer having the option on the loaded Prestige of getting thicker sidewall tires, the 20's or 21's at least, instead of having to get the 22's, but still, Way to go Audi!
Do a glc63 review
How does this compare in terms of power with the RS6 you drove?
Down 90 hp and like 30 lb ft of torque. A bit heavier. Feels very similar.
Sounds about right. Thanks :)
Does anyone know if its True that the huy from VV Is dead?
There’s some stuff going around but nothing can be confirmed at this point
How much
This one was around $100k
Goodwill Urus
How would you compare this to X6M50i
This felt slightly faster, the x6 a bit sharper. Audi rides more comfortably. Personally I'd go with the SQ8
You seem like a big audi guy, even with the bmw showing more HP? Interesting...did you launch it as well
I didn't launch this car given it was still pretty new. I did launch the X6 M50i and it was hysterical. I'm absolutely a bit of an audi guy, have had 3 since my i8. Both very impressive, can't go wrong with either. If I recall correctly the X6 was a bit more pricey tho.
@@EddieX Thanks, I recently ordered the m50i but bairly got to test drive. Can't wait to launch myself
Congrats! You'll have fun with it. Sounds really good too
Why does this sound better stock than the RSQ8 stock??
So I kinda noticed that too... Compared to the RS6 and RS7. I have no idea
RS models have bigger turbos I think (which muffles sound more)
It may also have the resonator delete option (installed at the port)
It seems like the Porsche Cayenne Turbo would be a good comparison also. Same platform, same engine. And I believe the Cayenne Turbo starts around $100k.
Get a tune and same power as the RS
Accurate
@Nick Hang so you don't know how to tune in proper way!
@Nick Hangclearly you don't know nothing about tuning cars and it really shows!
tbh, tuning a car does cause damage, even though everyone tells you no damage at all
I got a Sport SUV because i became a Dad haha. Only thing i knock on this car is the boring steering wheel
First! Cool video btw!
Thanks!
They aint do no 0-60 in 3.6 secs lol i have the rsq8 and it do it in 3.5🤣 id be damned if i could have paid $40k less for the same performance 🤣🤣🤣
Remember kids, tunning an engine decreases the lifespan, if it didn't WHY DON'T CAR MANUFACTURES JUST GIVE THE ENGINE MORE POWER FROM THE FACTORY?!
Manufactures don’t give more hp because it wouldn’t make any sense in the models. For example if the rsq8 and sq8 had the same HP there would be less reasons to buy the rsq8.
I'm usually a big fan of Audi styling but I'm not loving that front end with the black optics. Too much mouth.
It is quite a massive grille.
I agree, white with black optic pkg doesn’t blend well, I think black with black optic looks much better and doesn’t highlight the grill as much.
The Q8 is way more sexy than the rich cousin The Urus... I'd buy a RS/S/ Q8 without think twice even if I had money to buy the Urus.
The RSQ8 certainly looks like a better choice than the urus
@@EddieX thanks for this amazing video sir
I don’t know I like that Urus. Super sporty looking. But the price tag is a bit unbearable. Lamborghini should of priced it at $160k
@@BrianLouderback that's a VW strategy...see the R8 and the Huracan
Great review. How was the ride in comfort mode compared to an A8? Looking to get something more practical and not give up the luxury. Thank you.